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Trawler operator fined over crewman’s death

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Regulation/Enforcement
HSE cracks down on violence against inspectors

An HSE inspector was the victim of violence and aggression while conducting an inspection at a waste and recycling site, it has been revealed.

Culture
Study reveals pros and cons of gig economy

With the rise in self-employment, independent contractors, and workers accessing the labour market via online platforms, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has published new research on the risks and benefits of the growing ‘gig’ economy in order to inform future occupational safety and health policy.

Hazardous substances
Car retailer fined after worker developed occupational asthma

A car bodysprayer developed occupational asthma after using paints that contained isocyanates without adequate controls measures in place, a court has heard.
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Manufacturing choice
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A steer on road safety

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Road safety
Mobile data

Since its introduction nearly two decades ago, telematics – the combination of telecommunications and infomatics – has come a long way in reducing the risks of driver distraction.

Health and wellbeing
Turning the tide

IOSH-funded research shows how major construction projects like Tideway can improve the management of occupational health risks and help ‘raise the bar’ across the wider sector.

Mental health
The power of conversation

Empowering and supporting staff that have poor mental health can be a valuable facilitator in keeping them in work, as recent IOSH-funded research revealed
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Road safety
Work-related stress is a worrying cause of company car and fleet vehicle road accidents
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Lone workers
One-stop-shop for vital information on lone working

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Personal protective equipment
A-SAFE unveils new anti-topple products for stacked storage areas

Stacking bulk goods can increase the risk of topple-related accidents. New high-level Topple Barriers from A-SAFE are designed to protect pedestrians, goods and vehicles from topple hazards in bulk storage areas.
Work at height
ATLAS publishes guidance on working at height in wind

The Association of Technical Lightning & Access Specialists (ATLAS) has published guidance entitled Wind Guidance Note for Working at Height, which has been developed by M J Fuller & Associates and reviewed by ATLAS’ Council and Safety & Access Committee. The document is primarily intended for steeplejack and lightning conductor engineers, but elements of the guidance will be useful to others who work at height.
Emergency planning
City of Bristol College ensures safety for all students

The multi-campus City of Bristol College, used by some 20,000 students and 1,000 staff, has overhauled its evacuation procedures with the help of Evac+Chair.
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